Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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Take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a restaurant.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$3,529
NT$4,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Marina View King - Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table, and a chair.

Junior Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Superior Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outside.

Marina View King - No Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Riverside, a neighborhood in Whangarei, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is near the airport and on the waterfront. Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Library Arts Centre and Reyburn House. Hundertwasser Art Centre and Quarry Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Whangarei travel guide
Map
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, 0112

What's nearby

  • A marina with several sailboats docked, a small bridge, and a restaurant named "Nevo's Restaurant & Bar" with a red roof.
    Town Basin Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Clapham National Clock Museum entrance with a mural of clocks and gears.
    Claphams National Clock Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A yellow building with a white porch, surrounded by lush gardens and a winding path.
    Reyburn House
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    11 min walk
  • Brew’d
    12 min walk
  • Braaihut
    12 min walk
  • Cibo Cafe
    9 min walk
  • Omoide
    12 min walk

About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

  • Hotel located in Riverside
  • A garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a billiards/pool table
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 115 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre on 2026/10/25 start from NT$3,529, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre located?

Located in Riverside, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hundertwasser Art Centre, Town Basin Marina, and Claphams Clock Museum. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 657 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old and dated but the staff were excellent, they could not be more helpful if they tried. Great beds, and clean and quiet. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly,will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central Whangarei location. Walking distance to CBD and Hates Loop track.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice room was clean. Bit too comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location, dated room, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice staff, great room and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staffs are friendly (from reception to the bar and restaurant) - they made me feel welcome and comfortable. Room is good and spacious with good amenities. Overall, had pleasant stay and recommended for short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Staff were amazing. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and convenient space in the Whangarei town center. Great staff and amenities around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean & very comfortable. There is a heated swimming pool and Easy walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly check in staff. Great room and so close to town - we walked everywhere. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were really friendly. We had a bacony & marina view, was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gym NA. Yes, choice of restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, spacious room, nice and clean,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room, handy location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and room is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice, beds were comfortable and staff were so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel may look dated in certain areas, but the rooms themselves have been refurbished, are modern and comfortable. The room was good value for money and we enjoyed stay here, and the staff were pleasant and approachable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful. Room was clean. Had tee there i the first night ,was yummy 😋.. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was ideal, nice and spacious rooms, breakfast buffet was excellent, staff were great. Room was nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the Whangarei basin. Quick check in and indoor pool and spa is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025